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How to Send a Fax From Gmail

Fax fast from inside your email account

By Scott Orgera Scott Orgera Writer Scott Orgera is a former Lifewire writer covering tech since 2007. He has 25+ years' experience as a programmer and QA leader, and holds several Microsoft certifications including MCSE, MCP+I, and MOUS. He is also A+ certified. lifewire's editorial guidelines Updated on December 7, 2020 Tweet Share Email Tweet Share Email Email Gmail Yahoo! Mail

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First, sign up for a service that supports faxing by email.To send a fax in a new email, enter the recipient's fax number in the To field followed by the fax provider's domain before sending. This article explains how to send a fax right from the desktop version of Gmail and the mobile app. Lifewire / Daniel Fishel

Sending a Fax From Gmail

Once you've signed up for an online service that supports faxing by email, the next step is to compose and send your fax. The Gmail address that you plan on faxing from must be the same email address on file with your fax provider. If not, your transmission attempt will likely be rejected. The specific steps you need to follow will vary slightly depending on the fax service you use. Create a new email message in Gmail, either within the app or the browser-based interface, by clicking on or tapping the Compose button. Enter the recipient's fax number (including area code) in the To field, followed by your fax provider's domain. For example, if you have an eFax account and are sending a fax to 1-212-555-5555, you would enter the following: 12125555555@efaxsend.com. This domain value (in this case, efaxsend.com) is specific to your individual fax service, so you must verify its exact syntax before completing this step. You can now incorporate the fax contents, which need to be within an attached file. Multiple formats are supported, including DOC, JPG, PDF, and TXT, among others. Most fax services allow multiple attachments, the contents of which are often combined when the fax is sent. In a browser, click on the Attach files button, represented by a paper clip and located towards the bottom of the New Message interface. If you're using the Gmail app instead, tap the paper clip icon found in the upper right-hand corner of the screen. As with a traditional fax message, you can also include a cover letter when sending a fax from Gmail. Type the desired content for the cover letter in the message's body, just as if you were sending a standard email. Once you're satisfied with both your cover letter and attachment(s), hit the Send button. Your fax should be transmitted instantly, although the speed is somewhat dependent on the third-party provider. Confirmation of this fax transmission is typically available within your fax service's user interface. Most services allow a certain number of faxes to be sent for free, but you might need to purchase credits, tokens, or a subscription to send a fax from Gmail. These requirements typically vary from provider to provider. Was this page helpful? Thanks for letting us know! Get the Latest Tech News Delivered Every Day Subscribe Tell us why! Other Not enough details Hard to understand Submit More from Lifewire 7 Free Online Fax Services (Updated October 2022) How To Fax From a Windows 10 Computer 3 Ways to Email to a Fax Machine How to Send a New Email With iPhone Mail App The 6 Best Apps to Use to Fax From a Phone How to Send a File Attachment With Outlook.com How to Send Email to Undisclosed Recipients From Gmail 10 Best Free Email Accounts for 2022 What's an EFX File and How Do You Open One? How to Access Free Windows Mail in Gmail How to Use Gmail's Confidential Mode What Is Google Chat? How to Send a File Attachment With Gmail How to Send Self-Destructing Messages in Gmail How to Send a Web Page With the Mac's Email Program How to Send a Picture in Gmail Newsletter Sign Up Newsletter Sign Up Newsletter Sign Up Newsletter Sign Up Newsletter Sign Up By clicking “Accept All Cookies”, you agree to the storing of cookies on your device to enhance site navigation, analyze site usage, and assist in our marketing efforts. Cookies Settings Accept All Cookies